investigate

/ˌɪˈnvɛstəˌɡeɪt/B1Loopy word list, level 3 · Core

Definition

  • v. investigate scientifically
  • v. conduct an inquiry or investigation of

Word forms

Past participle
investigated
Present participle
investigating
Past tense
investigated
Third person singular
investigates

Example sentences

  1. v.

    The police will investigate the crime to find out what happened.